The lovely vintage shield-shaped West German pressed glass pendant was made in the late 1940s. I've teamed it up with Czech faceted glass beads that have ornately "carved" and silver-foiled ends (called "cathedral" beads), and firepolish crystal. The pendant dangles about 1-3/4" below the strand. The hook and extender closure gives the strand a working length of from 16-1/4" to 18-1/2". The accent pieces are Indonesian sterling silver, while the hook in the closure is handmade pewter. It's absolutely lovely, it's absolutely unique, and it's absolutely from SPARKLE PLENTY. All of our one of a kind and limited edition artisan beaded jewelry is individually handcrafted in our studio in Los Angeles, California. Be sure to browse our online store to see all of our bracelets, necklaces and earrings and other fashion accessories.All designs, text and photos copyright Sparkle Plenty Fine Beaded Jewellery 2002-2006 and may not be reproduced in whole or in part without prior, express written permission. All rights reserved.